serpentine
/ˈsɝ.pənˌtaɪn/ adjective C2- Of, pertaining to, or characteristic of snakes.
- Of, or having attributes associated with, the serpent referred to in the book of Genesis in the Bible, such as craftiness or deceitfulness. · The wily criminal was known for his serpentine behavior.
- Having the form or shape of a snake. · There are serpentine species of lizards which do not have legs.
- Curving in alternate directions; sinuous. · The serpentine path through the mountains was narrow and dangerous.
- Pertaining to the serpentine subgroup of minerals. · serpentine soils
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